Denver city breaks and beyond

City meets mountain retreat

Immerse yourself in the outdoor culture and mesmerising scenery of Denver. This city oozes character, from the tree-lined pedestrian promenade of the 16 St. Mall, to the thrills and rollercoasters of Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park, make discoveries here.

On your Denver holidays, stroll through Larimer Square to see the red brick architecture by day or the twinkling lights by night. Grab tickets to a comedy club, then head to a live music venue to hear the up-and-coming. Book flights to Denver and see the State Capitol building in The Mile High City – be sure to snap a picture here, one mile above sea level. Venture out to the Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre for the views or a gig. Take a holiday hike, or bike nearby trails for majestic mountains and pristine lake landscapes. Head north to the sensational Rocky Mountain National Park, or discover the Colorado Springs in the south nearby the Garden of the Gods.

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Seasons in Colorado

Colorado summer

Colorado is bursting with summer activities and surreal sunshine. Discover an abundance of mesmerising landscapes, with snow-capped mountains, shimmering lakes and cascading waterfalls. Enjoy the excitement of Salida in the south, with epic mountain biking, warming hot springs and white-water rafting. Take a rafting tour along Arkansas river, or head west for hiking trails in Glenwood Canyon and gaze at the beauty of Hanging Lake for picture-perfect moments. Look out for wondrous bears and elks at Estes Park. Hike parts of the Rocky Mountain National Park and climb Long Peaks, or wander around glistening Bear Lake. Go zip-lining or horse riding at Brown’s Canyon, or head over to Crested Butte for some of the best fishing.

Colorado winter

Colorado ski resorts are some of the best in North America, including the renowned Aspen and Vail. Discover the Telluride ski resort in the San Juan Mountains or combine a ski trip to Breckenridge and Copper Mountain. Gaze out of log cabins to a winter wonderland, then try your hand at dog sledding in the north of Colorado. Make tracks to Rifle and explore ice caves, or go ice climbing up frozen waterfalls. Not far from Denver, you can glide around Evergreen Lake, one of Colorado’s biggest natural outside ice skating rinks. Explore the enchanting Bear Mountain nearby and find a horse-drawn sleigh ride for an unforgettable experience. Discover one of Colorado’s reservoirs or lakes for ice fishing to try something different in winter.

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Things to do in Denver

Spend a few days in Denver before you take on the natural wonders of craggy Colorado. Check out this list of the top ten things to do in Denver. Explore Red Rocks Park, go craft beer tasting and don't miss the city's three fantastic art galleries.

Where to eat in Denver

It started with a craft beer revolution, but now Denver is becoming increasingly known for its restaurants, as well as its breweries. Whether its a big brunch, a quick lunch or a luxury dinner, find out where to eat in Denver. No rocky mountain oysters on these menus.